Buy stand-up pouches – doypacks for coffee, tea, spices & food direct from stock

Stand-up pouches – often also called doypacks – have a built-in bottom gusset that unfolds when filled, giving the pouch a secure stand on the shelf. Ideal for coffee, tea, spices, food and all artisan products that need to be seen at the point of sale.

Our range includes stand-up pouches for coffee with an aroma valve, an aluminum version for specialty coffee, kraft paper for organic brands, with a zip closure for repeated opening, or with a window for presentation.

Food-grade certified to EU 10/2011, printable with your logo and mandatory information under the Food Information Regulation. Declaration of conformity available on request. From our German warehouse since 1976.

Need a specific size or a particular version? Tell us the key specifications – we will send samples before you order.

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Popular stand-up pouch versions

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Shipping & delivery

We ship quickly and reliably from our German warehouse. For large orders, direct delivery by freight forwarder. For printed special sizes, the delivery time is arranged individually. Free shipping from 200 € net within Germany.

What are stand-up pouches?

Stand-up pouches – also known as doypacks – are flexible packaging bags with a specially shaped base that allows them to stand upright. This property makes them ideal for shelf presentation in supermarkets, boutiques, bakeries or online shops.

Compared to classic flat bags, stand-up pouches offer more volume, better visibility and a more professional appearance. Depending on the version, they have a window (to show the product), a resealable zip (for repeated removal), an aroma protection valve (for freshly roasted coffee) or an aluminum inner layer (for maximum protection against light and aroma loss).

Made from PE, PP, PET, recyclable LDPE, aluminum laminate or kraft paper – matched to your product and your sustainability goals.

What are stand-up pouches suitable for?

  • Coffee & tea: with an aroma valve or aluminum inner layer for maximum aroma protection
  • Food: dried fruit, muesli, snacks, nuts, confectionery
  • Spices: with a zip closure and window, ideal for artisan producers
  • Food supplements: powders, protein shakes, vitamin blends
  • Organic & wholefoods: kraft paper version for sustainable brands
  • Cosmetics: bath salts, cosmetic powders, natural products
  • Pet food: snacks, treats, special feeds

Which stand-up pouch versions are available?

Benefits of stand-up pouches

  • Stable at the point of sale: doypack shape, perfect for shelf and counter.
  • Versatile in material: from transparent through kraft paper to aluminum.
  • Food-grade certified to EU 10/2011 with a declaration of conformity.
  • Resealable on request (zip version).
  • With an aroma valve for sensitive contents such as coffee or fresh spices.
  • Printable with your logo, brand colours or mandatory information.
  • Private & trade: all customers – B2B and B2C alike – receive tiered prices directly in the order table.
  • Fast shipping from our German warehouse.

Material properties of stand-up pouches in detail

Choosing the right material laminate determines the aroma protection, shelf life, brand perception and recyclability of a stand-up pouch. Below is a technical overview of the film laminates processed at Elke Plastic, with their barrier properties and typical applications.

PET12 / AL7 / LDPE110 — aluminum high barrier

Three-layer laminate of 12 microns polyethylene terephthalate (print side), 7 microns pure aluminum as a barrier layer and 110 microns low-density polyethylene (seal side). Oxygen transmission rate (OTR) < 0.1 cm³/m²·24h, water vapour transmission rate (WVTR) < 0.1 g/m²·24h. Aroma and light barrier close to 100%. Use: coffee, tea, pet food, pharmaceutical products, oxidation-sensitive foods.

Kraft paper 50g / AL7 / CPP60 — paper-aluminum hybrid

Outer side of 50 g/m² natural or coloured kraft paper, behind it a 7 microns aluminum lamination as a barrier layer, inside 60 microns cast polypropylene for the seal seam. Visually crafted and natural, technically almost identical barrier values to the pure PET/AL/LDPE laminate. Popular for premium coffee, tea, artisan products and sustainability-oriented brand positioning.

PET12 / LDPE110 — transparent standard

Two-layer laminate without aluminum. OTR approx. 50–80 cm³/m²·24h, WVTR approx. 2–4 g/m²·24h. Reduced barrier, but full product visibility. Suitable for confectionery, nuts, dry products with a short best-before date or fresh products with a high turnover rate.

Mono-PE (LDPE / EVOH / LDPE) — recyclable

Monomaterial laminate on a polyethylene basis with a thin EVOH barrier layer (< 5% share). Recyclable in the yellow bag as mono-PE, correctly classifiable in sorting plants by near-infrared detection (NIR). OTR is 1–3 cm³/m²·24h and thus significantly better than pure PE films. Meets the requirements of the EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) from 2030.

Mono-PP — high-temperature version

Pure polypropylene film, microwave-suitable up to 100 °C. Sterilisable and suitable for hot-fill products. The recycling stream for PP packaging is well established in Germany. Typical applications: convenience food, sauces, microwave-ready meals.

Kraft paper / PLA laminate — biodegradable

Compostable laminate of a kraft paper outer side and a PLA inner film (polylactic acid from corn starch). Certified to EN 13432 for industrial composting. Suitable only for dry foods (tea, coffee, muesli, snacks) — not for fatty or moisture-containing products due to the reduced barrier.

All materials are certified to EU Regulation 10/2011 for food contact. We supply the corresponding declaration of conformity (PIM) with every order on request. For material selection the rule is: the higher the barrier, the longer the shelf life — the more recyclability, the more important a realistic logistics and best-before plan.

Material comparison at a glance

LaminateOxygen barrier (OTR)LookTypical application
PET12 / AL7 / LDPE110< 0.1 cm³/m²·24h, light ~100%High-gloss printableCoffee, tea, pet food, pharma
Kraft paper / AL7 / CPP60< 0.1 cm³/m²·24hNatural, craftedPremium coffee, artisan
PET12 / LDPE11050–80 cm³/m²·24hCrystal-clear transparentConfectionery, nuts, short best-before
Mono-PE (LDPE/EVOH/LDPE)1–3 cm³/m²·24hRecyclable (PPWR)Dry products, sustainability brands
Mono-PPmicrowave-suitable up to 100 °CRecyclableConvenience, sauces, hot-fill
Kraft paper / PLAreduced, EN 13432 compostableNaturalDry foods only (tea, muesli)

Individual customisation — printing, special sizes and advice

Beyond the in-stock range, we manufacture stand-up pouches in individual special sizes and with your brand printing. The following options are available for large runs.

Printing processes and colour range

Printing in the flexographic or gravure process with up to 10 colours, including Pantone spot colours, metallic effects and spot varnish. Full-surface printing across the entire outer side including the side gussets is possible. On request we supply digital proofs for approval before production.

Special sizes and special shapes

Format adjustments are freely selectable in width (60–400 mm), height (90–500 mm) and bottom gusset depth (30–120 mm). Additional features such as an aroma protection valve, zipper resealing, Euro hole, tear notch or special bottom configurations are integrated to specification.

We arrange the minimum order quantity and delivery time individually after your enquiry. For brand design, structural advice and material recommendations, our technical sales team is available directly. Contact us for a specific quote.

Sustainability and the EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR)

The EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR) fundamentally changes the requirements for plastic packaging from 2030: all packaging must be either recyclable or compostable, and multi-layer laminates with aluminum fall out of material recycling. Our range is prepared for these requirements.

Monomaterial for single-variety recycling

Our mono-PE doypacks (LDPE/EVOH/LDPE) are identifiable as polyethylene in sorting plants via near-infrared detection (NIR) and are fed into the PE recycling stream. The thin EVOH barrier layer (< 5% share) is uncritical in the recycling process and complies with the current RecyClass design guidelines. Mono-PP versions are also available and established in the German PP stream.

Compostable alternatives

For organic brands and circular-economy concepts we offer industrially compostable doypacks made from kraft paper and PLA, certified to EN 13432. These decompose without residue within 12 weeks under industrial composting conditions (58 °C, controlled humidity). Important: in home composting the decomposition rate is significantly slower — disposal belongs in the organic waste bin, not in your own compost.

PPWR conformity and migration path

Aluminum high-barrier laminates (PET/AL/LDPE) remain without an equivalent substitute for aroma-sensitive products, but from 2030 can only be used within the scope of technical exceptions. We advise on the gradual switch to mono-material solutions — typically with a hybrid range that continues to supply premium varieties in a high barrier and mass-market in mono-PE.

Frequently asked questions about stand-up pouches

What is a stand-up pouch?

A pouch with a built-in bottom gusset that unfolds when filled and gives the pouch a stable stand. Synonyms: doypack, standing pouch, stand pouch, pouch with a stand function.

Doypack or stand-up pouch – what is the difference?

No difference. "Doypack" is a trademarked design name that is now used colloquially for all stand-up pouches.

Which material for coffee?

For specialty coffee: aluminum stand-up pouches with an aroma valve. For organic brands: kraft paper version. For standard roasts: standard laminate film with a valve.

Which material for tea?

For loose tea leaves: tea stand-up pouches with an aluminum barrier. For aroma-protecting tea blends, a laminate film with an internal aroma barrier layer.

With a zip closure for repeated opening?

Yes → stand-up pouches with zip. Ideal for foods that are removed portion by portion (coffee, muesli, spices, dried fruit).

What is an aroma valve and when do I need it?

An aroma valve is a one-way pressure valve that lets CO₂ escape but no oxygen in. Mandatory for freshly roasted coffee – without a valve the pouch bursts from the CO₂. → with valve.

What does a window mean?

A transparent section in the front through which the contents are visible. Ideal for point-of-sale presentation: stand-up pouches with window. Popular for muesli, dried fruit, pralines.

Which sizes are available?

Standard sizes from 50 g to 5 kg volume. For 250 g of coffee: 130×220 mm. For 500 g: 160×270 mm. For 1 kg: 200×330 mm. Special sizes on request.

Food-grade?

Yes – all stand-up pouches are certified to EU 10/2011, often additionally LFGB. Declaration of conformity on request. → food stand-up pouches.

How do I seal stand-up pouches?

With a film sealer (impulse or bar sealer). The sealing time depends on the material laminate, typically 4–6 seconds. For machine filling there are special FFS machines.

Printable with a logo?

Yes – flexographic, gravure or digital printing. Digital for standard quantities, flexo for larger runs. → custom manufacturing.

Sustainable versions available?

Yes – sustainable stand-up pouches made from recycled LDPE (GRS) or kraft paper. For compostable materials, talk to us for advice.

What load capacity do stand-up pouches have?

Depends on the material laminate and the wall thickness. Standard 5 kg, premium versions up to 10 kg. For heavier contents, talk to us about a custom build.

Printable with farm shop labelling?

Yes – mandatory information under the Food Information Regulation, logo, variety label, best-before stamp fields. Particularly relevant for farm shops, direct marketers and small artisan producers.